Truck Driving Jobs Test Question of the Week:
If you are in a minor accident where there is not serious injury, one of the items that need to be taken care of are:
A. Checking deadlines to make sure you are not late for your next stop
- Protecting the Area
- Making sure there are no scratches on the cab
Answer: B. Protecting the Area
The number one thing to do after a minor accident (when no one is seriously hurt) is to protect the area. This is important so that no one else has an accident in the same location. First, move all vehicles out of the traffic flow. Move all vehicles to the side of the road to allow traffic to drive by without any debris on the road.
For those that help in a minor accident, park to the side of the road and away from the accident to allow for emergency vehicles to come in and take care of the accident. Always turn on your flashers for safety precautions. Place the orange reflective triangles around the scene so that other travelers are aware there is an accident and can avoid it.
The next item on the list in a minor accident is to contact authorities. Whether you have a cell phone or a CB, contact 911. Make sure to give your location.
Number three is to make sure everyone is all right. If you are certified in CPR, assist those who are hurt. If you do not have a certification, do your best to help the injured. Make sure not to move anyone severely hurt unless the victim is close to a fire or danger. If there is heavy bleeding, apply direct pressure to a wound. And always, keep the victim warm.
If there is a fire, keep it from spreading. If it is an engine fire, turn off the engine immediately and don’t open the hood. If it’s a cargo fire, keep the trailer doors shut, especially if hazardous waste is involved.
http://publicsafety.utah.gov/dld/documents/2010CDLDRIVERMANUAL-Draft.pdf